PatternAg stands at the confluence of agronomy and predictive analytics, offering a suite of solutions tailored to enhance the profitability and sustainability of farming operations. By harnessing the power of soil biology, PatternAg provides farmers with actionable insights to optimize crop management, reduce input costs, and improve yields.
The company's analytical services, including the Pressure Panel, Complete Bio, and Pattern 360, represent a comprehensive approach to understanding the biological underpinnings of soil health and its impact on crop yield and disease management. PatternAg's solutions are designed to help farmers make informed decisions about crop protection, seed selection, and fertility plans, ultimately leading to more sustainable and profitable farming practices.
Key Features
PatternAg's key differentiator lies in its ability to forecast agronomic outcomes with high accuracy by analyzing soil biology using DNA sequencing. This predictive capability allows farmers to proactively manage potential pest and disease pressures, optimizing crop protection strategies and minimizing yield losses. The company identifies bacteria, fungi, insects, and nematodes in soil samples.
The Pressure Panel targets the detection of economically significant pests and pathogens, such as Corn Rootworm and Soybean Cyst Nematode, providing farmers with an early warning system to implement timely interventions. The Complete Bio expands on the Pressure Panel, including additional pathogens and soil health metrics for a more comprehensive assessment of soil health.
Pattern 360 combines Complete Bio with nutrient analysis, offering a holistic view of soil health and nutrient availability. This comprehensive analysis enables farmers to tailor their fertility plans to meet the specific needs of their crops, maximizing nutrient uptake and minimizing environmental impact. Results are delivered through a user-friendly dashboard providing information at sub-field, field, and operation levels, making it easy for farmers to track and manage their soil health data.
PatternAg also integrates with Climate FieldView, allowing users to easily access field boundaries and historical data for enhanced analysis and decision-making. The merger with EarthOptics combines lab-based analysis with field-based sensing technologies, creating a high-resolution digital twin of the soil for even more precise and actionable insights.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Analysis Method | DNA Sequencing |
| Pest Detection | Economically significant pests |
| Pathogen Detection | Economically significant pathogens |
| Soil Health Metrics | Comprehensive soil health indicators |
| Nutrient Analysis | Comprehensive nutrient profile |
| Reporting | Sub-field, field, and operation levels |
| Data Delivery | User-friendly dashboard |
Use Cases & Applications
- Optimizing Crop Protection in Corn: A corn farmer in Iowa uses PatternAg's Pressure Panel to detect Corn Rootworm pressure early in the season. Based on the results, the farmer implements a targeted insecticide application, preventing significant yield loss and reducing overall input costs.
- Managing Soybean Cyst Nematode in Soybeans: A soybean farmer in Illinois uses PatternAg's Complete Bio to assess Soybean Cyst Nematode (SCN) levels in their fields. The analysis reveals high SCN pressure, prompting the farmer to select a SCN-resistant soybean variety and implement a crop rotation strategy to reduce nematode populations.
- Improving Soil Health in Wheat: A wheat farmer in Kansas uses PatternAg's Pattern 360 to evaluate the overall health of their soil. The analysis identifies nutrient deficiencies and imbalances, allowing the farmer to adjust their fertilizer application rates and improve soil fertility, resulting in higher wheat yields.
- Enhancing Biofertility: Farmers utilize PatternAg to identify and promote beneficial microbes in the soil, reducing the need for synthetic fertilizers and enhancing the natural fertility of their land.
Strengths & Weaknesses
| Strengths ✅ | Weaknesses ⚠️ |
|---|---|
| Predictive Analytics: Forecasts agronomic outcomes with high accuracy, enabling proactive decision-making. | Pricing: Pricing information is not publicly available, making it difficult for farmers to assess the cost-effectiveness of the service. |
| Comprehensive Analysis: Combines pest and pathogen detection with soil health and nutrient metrics for a holistic view of soil health. | Geographic Focus: Services are primarily offered throughout the Midwest, limiting availability for farmers in other regions. |
| Actionable Insights: Translates complex data into practical agricultural strategies through a user-friendly dashboard. | Dependence on Sampling: The accuracy of the analysis depends on the quality and representativeness of the soil samples collected. |
| Partnership with FieldView: Integration with Climate FieldView allows easy access to field boundaries and historical data. |
Benefits for Farmers
PatternAg provides farmers with several key benefits, including time savings through streamlined data analysis and decision-making, cost reduction by optimizing input selection and minimizing unnecessary applications, and yield improvement by proactively managing pest and disease pressures and enhancing soil health. The tool also promotes sustainability by reducing reliance on synthetic inputs and promoting beneficial microbes.
Integration & Compatibility
PatternAg integrates seamlessly into existing farm operations by providing actionable insights that can be easily incorporated into crop management plans. The integration with Climate FieldView allows users to access field boundaries and historical data, streamlining the data management process and enhancing the overall user experience. The results delivered through a user-friendly dashboard providing information at sub-field, field, and operation levels.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| How does this product work? | PatternAg analyzes soil samples using DNA sequencing to identify the presence of pests, pathogens, and beneficial microbes. This comprehensive analysis provides insights into soil health and potential agronomic outcomes, enabling farmers to make informed decisions. |
| What is the typical ROI? | By identifying potential pest and disease pressures early, farmers can optimize crop protection strategies, reduce input costs, and improve yields, leading to a significant return on investment. The tool also promotes biofertility and helps optimize input selection. |
| What setup is required? | The process involves collecting soil samples from the field and sending them to PatternAg for analysis. Results are delivered through an online dashboard, accessible via computer or mobile device. |
| What maintenance is needed? | No maintenance is required for the analysis tool itself. However, regular soil sampling is recommended to monitor changes in soil biology over time. |
| Is training required to use this? | While the dashboard is designed to be user-friendly, PatternAg provides resources and support to help farmers interpret the data and implement effective strategies. The learning curve is minimal for those familiar with basic agronomic principles. |
| What systems does it integrate with? | PatternAg integrates with Climate FieldView, allowing users to easily access field boundaries and historical data for a more comprehensive analysis. This integration streamlines the data management process and enhances the overall user experience. |
Pricing & Availability
Pricing information is not publicly available. The cost may vary depending on the specific analysis panel selected and the size of the operation. To learn more about pricing and availability, contact us via the Make inquiry button on this page.
